Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prehensilis
ID:
193793

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Wright) Barneby & J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.74(1): 161 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193122



Common Names

  • Sphinga
  • Prehensilis
  • Sphinga Prehensilis


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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium prehensile (C.Wright) Benth. [valid]
  • Havardia prehensilis (C.Wright) Britton & Rose [valid]
  • Calliandra prehensilis C.Wright [valid]
  • Pithecolobium prehensile (Sauvalle) Benth. [unknown]
  • Feuilleea prehensilis (C.Wright) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Sphinga prehensilis (also called Prehensile Sphinga, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in Madagascar. It has simple, alternate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sphinga prehensilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphinga prehensilis is a small, yellow, globular flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and yellow flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphinga prehensilis is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated by division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Sphinga prehensilis

Sphinga prehensilis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sphinga prehensilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphinga prehensilis?

Sphinga prehensilis

What is the common name of Sphinga prehensilis?

Prehensile Sphinga

What is the natural habitat of Sphinga prehensilis?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Sphinga genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Charles Wright (1811-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Wright' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.